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July 2, 2025 WI · Metal/Non-Metal dry screening plant operator, screen house operator STRIKING OR BUMPING
Badger Mining Hixton, LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was reaching into a partially opened tin of welding rods and the lid cut their arm above the wrist. Being in a hurry and not completely removing the tin lid caused the accident. Employee received 7 stitches to close the wound.

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